loud humming from back of car

2004 CHEVROLET IMPALA
63,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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TAL63
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We have a 2004 Impala and there is a loud humming noise coming from the back tires. We have put on new tires and the noise is still there. Has anyone had this issue with their impala?
Nov 29, 2010 at 11:54 PM
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ERNEST CLARK
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If tires are new, and the rim isn't bent, I'd say check the wheel bearing. If it gets louder the faster you go, and sounds sort of like a jet engine whining, then it's a wheel bearing/hub.
Nov 29, 2010 at 11:57 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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check and suspect wheel bearings
Nov 30, 2010 at 12:02 AM
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